Project Support Officer Vacancy

Wellmoor was established in 2017 as the health and wellbeing arm of the Moretonhampstead Development Trust. Wellmoor aims to empower whole community wellbeing. We do this by working to enable, coordinate and connect health & wellbeing initiatives which meet the needs of people living in the North-East Dartmoor area.

The Work
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and proactive Project Support Officer to join Wellmoor. Working alongside a small and hard-working team, the post holder will support day to day activities for a diverse range of health and wellbeing projects. 

The role comprises a variety of tasks and project support, including:

  • Working closely with all members of the Moretonhampstead Development and Wellmoor team on a range of projects, including digital befriending, strength and balance sessions, community allotment, mental health awareness raising

  • Engaging in face-to-face training and providing support for people in the community

  • Supporting volunteer recruitment, management and development

  • Assisting and contributing towards the development of new projects

  • Assisting with project evaluation and impact measurement

  • Helping to manage projects including project evaluation, budgeting and finances

  • Supporting with the development of marketing and communications materials

  • Supporting with the running of health and wellbeing events and networking meetings

  • Supporting the charity’s Trustees as required


Skills and Knowledge
Essential

  • You’ll be a great team player able to work effectively as part of a busy team

  • You’ll be able to plan, organise and prioritise your work independently to deadlines

  • You’ll be great with digital and IT with an enthusiasm to enable people to use IT with confidence

  • You’ll have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and enjoy engaging with people face-to-face

  • You’ll be able to manage and interpret data confidently

  • You’ll be enthusiastic to learn


Desirable
We would also like to see:

  • Knowledge of, and interest in, community health and wellbeing

  • Links to Moretonhampstead or North-East Dartmoor

  • Relevant experience working within a team in a supportive role

  • Relevant experience in research

  • The ability to take on more hours if required


Reporting
The post holder will report to the Wellmoor Coordinator and work closely with other staff and MDT trustees.   

Equal Opportunities            
The post holder will seek to promote equal opportunities for all users of the Trust’s services, working in accordance with the Equal Opportunities policy of the Trust.

Any Questions?
Please e-mail Wellmoor at camilla@wellmoor.org.uk or call 01647 478378 to arrange to call or visit at a mutually convenient time.

Next Steps
Please complete the application form and return it electronically to camilla@wellmoor.org.uk.

Deadline for applications is midnight on Wednesday 11th October 2023.

Interview Date: Will be held at Green Hill, Moretonhampstead, provisionally on Tuesday 17th October 2023.

Camilla Rooney